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Tatsuya Takahashi On The New Phase 8 Synthesizer

Korg Berlin’s Tatsuya ‘Tats’ Takahashi discusses Korg Berlin’s journey in creating the phase8, goals for the project and his interest in tactile interaction with electronic instruments.… Read More Tatsuya Takahashi On The New Phase 8 Synthesizer

May 19, 2025May 20, 202521 Comments

An Introduction To The Balfolk Boombox ‘Synthy Gurdy’

The Balfolk Boombox is a custom hurdy gurdy that features a variety of Eurorack modules, allowing the instrument to play percussion, bass, leads and more.… Read More An Introduction To The Balfolk Boombox ‘Synthy Gurdy’

April 27, 20255 Comments

Casio DG-20 Guitar Synth Vintage Gear Review

The Casio DG-20 is fun…..but not a great instrument.… Read More Casio DG-20 Guitar Synth Vintage Gear Review

April 4, 20252 Comments

The Panasonic Do-Re-Mi, A Forgotten Record Player Keyboard From 1977

The Panasonic Do-Re-Mi is a very limited instrument, but it also has a sound that’s very evocative of its time.… Read More The Panasonic Do-Re-Mi, A Forgotten Record Player Keyboard From 1977

January 13, 20258 Comments

Stylophone Stylosette Keys “Cassette Synthesizer” Now Available

Dubreq Stylophone has released the Stylosette, a new “cassette synthesizer’ that builds on the classic Stylophone stylus instrument design.… Read More Stylophone Stylosette Keys “Cassette Synthesizer” Now Available

December 22, 2024December 24, 202421 Comments

Free Synth For Mac & Windows – The Broken Mini

Full Bucket Music says that The Broken Mini is not Beta tested. Some knobs and keys may be missing. Use at your own risk… Read More Free Synth For Mac & Windows – The Broken Mini

November 8, 2024November 10, 20249 Comments

The ResoLute Springy Analog Synth-Lute Promises To Make You Twist A Nut

The unique instrument is based on magnetic resonance-driven sound synthesis.… Read More The ResoLute Springy Analog Synth-Lute Promises To Make You Twist A Nut

October 25, 2024October 27, 20246 Comments

The Farfisa Super Synthaccordion Is A Rare, ‘Crazy Beast’

Here’s an in-depth look at Farfisa’s most advanced Combo Organ/Accordion ever built, the Farfisa Super Synthaccordion.… Read More The Farfisa Super Synthaccordion Is A Rare, ‘Crazy Beast’

April 14, 20242 Comments

Muro Box N40 Chromatic MIDI Music Box Now Available To Pre-order

The Muro Box N40 is a MIDI-compatible music box that has a built-in pickup and audio output.… Read More Muro Box N40 Chromatic MIDI Music Box Now Available To Pre-order

October 28, 202312 Comments

Roland’s Forgotten Touchpad Computer Music System From The ’80s

The Roland Computer Music modules are a range of devices from the ’80s, designed for use with any computer that can be fitted with a MIDI port.… Read More Roland’s Forgotten Touchpad Computer Music System From The ’80s

July 3, 20236 Comments

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